Republican unity = ultimate fealty to Trump
When Trump and the Republicans talk about unifying the country, they mean doing whatever Trump wants done without question, discussion or reservation.
They do not adhere to any set of principles or policies beyond using them as platitudes. They do not care about any of us or the future of the country or the world. They have no interest in or understanding about how to govern effectively. Whatever position Trump takes becomes what they believe in and defend. That is the sum of their program.
It has been happening piecemeal since 2016, but now it is the entire party and connected network. The convention has confirmed what many knew already and made crystal clear their alignment. All those who disagree have either been kicked out, replaced or have again decided to bend the knee for power and wealth. Everyone else who does not get into line behind Trump and the Republican party is an enemy.
As George Orwell and Sinclair Lewis told us, along with Anne Applebaum, Tim Snyder and many others over the years, it can and is happening here right in front of our eyes. Time to stand up, vote, volunteer, give/raise money, engage with your communities and support & defend democracy before we all lose it.